![]() ![]() They no longer list this item but they may have a few left - could be worth a phone call. One of the pictures shows an original balance screw replaced with one of the slightly larger metric threaded new balance screws from Timesavers. I've tried making them and had them run OK but getting a uniform cone that is smooth and true down to the point was near impossible, at least for me.īelow are pictures of three common Westclox movements showing that Westclox did in deed make extensive use of screw-in balance "cups" or balance screws. Andy Barrett and the animal handlers who worked on the show, Ralph told an interviewer. There are some older posts on this board (if they weren't lost in the transfer) where different members have suggested methods they claim to have used successfully to recondition balance screws, or whatever you want to call them, but I've never found any method that was completely satisfactory except replacement. 6 bids 12.45 shipping Ended Westclox Big Ben Moon Beam Alarm Clock Model 43000X Lighted Dial 1950s Repro 28.00 7.95 shipping or Best Offer Vintage Radium Westclox Big Ben Alarm Clock Black Silver Ticking Alarm Working 30.00 10. ![]() I assume that in this context "refitted" is the same as replaced. It’s almost certain these cups will need to be refitted.Īnd, most certainly the balance staffs will need to be Surface and obscures the wear, which is near the apex of the cup. Under highest magnification because of the inward conical shape. It is very difficult to examine the cups even Worn, they usually wear the cups as well. " A frequently neglected repair is the balance pivot/balance cup. The Big Ben alarm rings at 84 db and Baby Ben alarm rings at 72 db for 10 seconds each. It stops withing 30 seconds in any other position. Now it has been running for over 24 hours but only when face is down. I removed the movement and oiled every pivot. Baby Ben alarm clocks are 3 1/7 inches wide and 3 1/4 inches high. I got this clock not long ago and when I manually twist the clock right and left it runs for a couple of seconds, then stops. Big Ben alarm clocks are 4 3/4 inches wide x 5 inches high. The only difference in the 2 clocks is the size. Having said that, it sure sounds like the clock could use a cleaning, however you'd do it.Ĭlick to expand.Yes, the article linked in post # 18 does mention "cups" and rightly laments the related issues that apply to any brand clock. It has a vintage back and front with brownish numbers. I know that hairsprings aren't supposed to go into the ultrasonic cleaner, but it seems that watch repairmen differ on the topic. A nice run in the ultrasonic cleaner may free things up, after which you'll want to dunk the movement in alcohol to absorb any water and, after it's thoroughly dry, oil it, especially the mainsprings. The point here is that you can occasionally get away with cleaning the movement while it's assembled, and there are occasions where this is marginally permissible. Have the screams of outrage subsided? Good. Then immerse the movement in gasoline and start the alarm, which will vibrate the movement. The mobility pattern has been modernized, but the rest is the same as the original Big Ben and Baby Ben alarm clocks.And now for yet another Neanderthal horological procedure from 50 years ago: The standard repair for a gummed up alarm clock was to remove the movement, strip off dial and hands, wind up the alarm train, and set it to go off when the alarm stem is pulled out. Baby Ben alarm clocks are 3 1/7 inches wide and 3 1/4 inches high. Based in Flora, Indiana, Bill can be reached via his website,, which is a member of our Hall of Fame. The only difference in the 2 clocks is the size. By Dave Margulius July 17th, 2008 Share In this interview Bill Stoddard talks about collecting antique Westclox Big Ben and Baby Ben alarm clocks, and discusses clock collecting in general. It has a vintage back and front with brownish numbers. The case is the original design, yellow metal base and bezel. Westclox has made a duplication of this wonderful vintage original 1964 Big Ben alarm clocks or Baby Ben alarm clocks. You might remember this style from your parents or grandparents. ![]() The original Big Ben clocks were made and sold from 1964 to 1981. Wind them up once a day and feel safe knowing you are going to wake up at the right time. Big Ben and Baby Ben wind up alarm clocks keep on ticking through the night, no matter what. The perfect alarm clock is here: The classic Westclox Big Ben and Baby Ben wind up alarm clocks! No more waking up late for work because the light went out or your batteries died. ![]()
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